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Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe
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Korean BBQ Sauce Recipe

This Korean BBQ sauce recipe is a combination of tangy, spicy and sweet, perfect as a marinade and finisher for any grilled meats and essential for Korean BBQ. So easy to make!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Korean
Keyword: bbq, bbq sauce, gochujang, marinade, soy sauce
Servings: 6
Calories: 132kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup gochujang Korean fermented chili paste
  • 1 small Asian pear peeled and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or use honey
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 spicy red pepper minced - optional, for hotter Korean bbq sauce

Instructions

FOR THE KOREAN BBQ SAUCE

  • Puree all of the ingredients together in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Transfer the bbq sauce mixture to a small pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Use immediately, or transfer to a sealable container and refrigerate until ready to use.

FOR MAKING KOREAN BBQ

  • Marinate your chosen meat (strips of steak, chicken, pork) in half of the Korean bbq sauce for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for more flavor development.
  • Grill or sauté the strips of steak or meat over medium-high heat 5-6 minutes, stirring or flipping often, until done to your liking.
  • Serve with extra Korean bbq sauce as desired.

Notes

Makes about 1.5 cups.

Nutrition

Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1108mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg